Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
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Overview
Uses - Helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids. -Temporarily shrinks hemorrhoid tissue and relieves burning -Temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts -Temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful
Indications & Usage
Uses - Helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids. -Temporarily shrinks hemorrhoid tissue and relieves burning -Temporarily provides a coating for relief of anorectal discomforts -Temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful
Dosage & Administration
Directions Adults and children 12 years of age and older for topical use: -clean the affected area, and pat or dab dry before applying ointment -apply to the affected area up to 4 times daily, especially after each bowel movement. For intrarectal use: -attach included applicator to tube -lubricate applicator tip and gently insert into rectum -thoroughly clean applicator after each use and replace cover. Children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor before use.
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings For external and/or intrarectal use only
Purpose
Purposes --- Protectant ---Protectant ---Vasoconstrictor
Stop Use & Ask a Doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if -bleeding occurs -condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days. -Introduction of the appllicator into the rectum causes additional pain
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away
Storage & Handling
Other information - store at room temperature 68 - 77 F (20 - 25 C).
Questions
Questions? - 1-800-639-3803 Weekdays 9 AM to 4 PM EST
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